Busyness, in many respects, is a part of modern culture, and it is a part of all aspects of life. It affects professionals, laborers, and even home bodies. If you are over five and under 90, you probably find yourself constantly doing something. If it’s not work, its hobbies, or TV, or family, or friends.... Continue Reading →

I was listening to a message this morning by Dr. Scott Sunquist, the new president of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary that was given at Park Street Church on Nov. 15, 2020, and the focus of the practical application was on intentional vocational migration. He was speaking about the needs for people to live out the gospel... Continue Reading →

One thing that has grieved me lately is seeing the state of the American church as one that -- from leadership down -- is more self-serving than self-sacrificing. Having been a part of larger and smaller congregations, I have seen this in both... There are the obvious issues such as music, ministries, etc. It can... Continue Reading →

I don’t know how many of you have (or have had) young children who have been involved in sports or hobbies, but one thing that is clear is a child’s desire to do something that brings pleasure to their parents. Often, as they get older, this desire isn’t seen. I am so proud of my... Continue Reading →

One of the things Debbie and I have enjoyed watching lately is Maine Cabin Masters. It’s a show where Chase and Ashley (brother and sister) and their crew go to some of the most broken down cabins in Maine and (with relatively little money invested by owners) make they look as good, if not better,... Continue Reading →

How many people have said (or just believe) that there is no one they can depend on but themselves? I will provide for me and my family. I will make sure everything is taken care of. Even pastors and church leaders can fall into this trap. “Every time I ask someone to do something for... Continue Reading →

Quite a few years ago I read the supernatural thriller Thr3e, which was an amazing book for those who like that kind of novel. It was made into a movie, but to make it theater length they cut out so much of the meat in the middle that it was a disappointment. It wasn’t a... Continue Reading →

Have you ever had a time when you were worshiping the Lord and you just couldn’t leave? I have been to many concerts, especially in my youth, and often the band would leave and you would hear the crowd chant, “One more song!” I have been a part of worship practices where the music ministry... Continue Reading →

In the woe to Jerusalem in Isaiah 29, the problem wasn’t religion, but the state of the heart. People were performing religious duties, but they weren’t worshiping with their hearts. “These people come near to me with their mouths and honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. Their worship is... Continue Reading →